Could video games be the secret to connecting with your teenager?
In short: Parenting a teenager obsessed with gaming often feels like a struggle for attention. Hannah Boquet suggests a shift in perspective: instead of viewing screens as a barrier, parents can use esports as a tool to build trust, improve communication, and develop essential life skills together.
In her talk recorded on April 18, 2025, at TEDxSioux Falls, Hannah Boquet explores how participating in her children's gaming habits transformed her family dynamic. Rather than fighting the screen, she embraced the medium to foster genuine connection.
By engaging with esports, parents may find opportunities to support their child's development while strengthening family bonds. Boquet suggests that this approach might even change how their children perceive them, potentially earning them a reputation for being cool.
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